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Tavares: Stellantis Will Need Two Additional U.S. EV Battery Plants To Reach Output Targets
May 30, 2023 Ξ

Tavares: Stellantis Will Need Two Additional U.S. EV Battery Plants To Reach Output Targets

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According to Reuters, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares stated that the company would require one or possibly two additional large factories dedicated to electric vehicle (EV) batteries in the United States  Full Article »

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Report: Solar Power Could Overtake Oil Production Investment Helping to ‘Fuel’ EVs
May 29, 2023 Ξ

Report: Solar Power Could Overtake Oil Production Investment Helping to ‘Fuel’ EVs

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According to a recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), investment in clean energy is expected to surpass spending on fossil fuels in 2023, with solar projects leading the  Full Article »

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Some Electric Cars Have a Glaring Problem with Brake Lights When Using Braking Regen
May 26, 2023 Ξ

Some Electric Cars Have a Glaring Problem with Brake Lights When Using Braking Regen

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Having driven many new electric vehicles (EVs), I’ve often been concerned when using 1-pedal drive mode or utilizing an aggressive form of braking regen in hopes that the brake light  Full Article »

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Ford CEO: Tesla Superchargers May Become the Standard for EV Charging
May 26, 2023 Ξ

Ford CEO: Tesla Superchargers May Become the Standard for EV Charging

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According to Ford CEO Jim Farley, Tesla’s Superchargers have the potential to become the standard for electric vehicle (EV) charging in the United States. This statement comes after Ford recently  Full Article »

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Hyundai & LG Energy to Build $4.3 Billion EV Battery Plant in US
May 26, 2023 Ξ

Hyundai & LG Energy to Build $4.3 Billion EV Battery Plant in US

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Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution have announced plans to construct a $4.3 billion electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in the United States. This joint venture aims to capitalize  Full Article »

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Ford Strikes Deal with Tesla to Gain Access to over 12,000 Supercharger Stations in 2024
May 25, 2023 Ξ

Ford Strikes Deal with Tesla to Gain Access to over 12,000 Supercharger Stations in 2024

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Ford Motor Co announced on Thursday that it has reached an agreement with Tesla to grant Ford electric vehicle (EV) owners access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across North  Full Article »

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Report: Auto Sales in U.S. are Expected to Rise in May as Inventories Improve
May 25, 2023 Ξ

Report: Auto Sales in U.S. are Expected to Rise in May as Inventories Improve

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According to a recent report from industry consultants, new vehicle sales in the United States are anticipated to experience an increase in May. This growth can be attributed to strong  Full Article »

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First Deliveries of US-Bound VinFast EVs Get Recalled for Safety Risk
May 25, 2023 Ξ

First Deliveries of US-Bound VinFast EVs Get Recalled for Safety Risk

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VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, hasn’t exactly had a stellar start to their rollout of new VF 8 EV here in America. The reviews of the new VinFast  Full Article »

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US Start-Up Lyten Gets Investment from Stellantis to Develop Lithium-Sulfur EV Batteries
May 25, 2023 Ξ

US Start-Up Lyten Gets Investment from Stellantis to Develop Lithium-Sulfur EV Batteries

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Stellantis, the world’s third-largest carmaker, has made an investment in the U.S. start-up Lyten with the goal of developing lithium-sulfur batteries for electric vehicles (EVs), as well as lightweight composites  Full Article »

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Stellantis Could Limit Some Gas-Powered Vehicles in States Adopting California Emissions Rules
May 24, 2023 Ξ

Stellantis Could Limit Some Gas-Powered Vehicles in States Adopting California Emissions Rules

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Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler (Jeep, Dodge, Ram), has recently announced its consideration of restricting the shipment of gasoline-powered vehicles to dealers located in states that have embraced California’s  Full Article »

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U.S. House Votes to Overturn Heavy Duty Truck EPA Emissions Rules
May 24, 2023 Ξ

U.S. House Votes to Overturn Heavy Duty Truck EPA Emissions Rules

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The U.S. House of Representatives recently voted in favor of overturning the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rules aimed at reducing smog and soot emissions from heavy-duty trucks. The vote, with  Full Article »

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California Seeks Approval to End Gas-Only New Vehicle Sales by 2035
May 23, 2023 Ξ

California Seeks Approval to End Gas-Only New Vehicle Sales by 2035

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In a recent development, the state of California has taken a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions by requesting approval from the Biden administration to implement a plan that  Full Article »

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US Has “Real Concern” About Tesla Autopilot Driver Interaction
May 23, 2023 Ξ

US Has “Real Concern” About Tesla Autopilot Driver Interaction

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg expressed concerns Tuesday about the interaction between Tesla’s advanced driver assistance system, Autopilot, and drivers. This issue is currently under investigation by the National Highway  Full Article »

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U.S. Consumers Want EVs but Range and Cost Give Pause According to KPMG Survey
May 23, 2023 Ξ

U.S. Consumers Want EVs but Range and Cost Give Pause According to KPMG Survey

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According to Gary Silberg, a global automotive sector leader at KPMG, the affordability of electric vehicles (EVs) remains a significant barrier for many potential buyers. While Silberg expects the demand  Full Article »

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Ford Reverses Decision To Axe AM Radio and Decides to Keep It On 2024 Models
May 23, 2023 Ξ

Ford Reverses Decision To Axe AM Radio and Decides to Keep It On 2024 Models

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In a recent announcement, Ford CEO Jim Farley revealed that the company has decided to reverse its previous decision and reinstate AM radio in its new vehicles. This change comes  Full Article »

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